Assistant Chess Instructor - Fall

Chess Wizards•Pottstown, PA

18d•Onsite

About The Position

Chess Wizards is seeking enthusiastic, reliable Assistant Instructors to support its after-school chess enrichment program for elementary students in the Pottstown, Pennsylvania area. The Assistant Chess Instructor helps the lead Chess Instructor set up and manage interactive classes for groups of 15–22 students, supports students individually or in small groups, and helps maintain an engaging, positive, and safe classroom. The role offers hands-on teaching experience, training, ongoing support, curriculum and materials, and potential advancement to Chess Instructor. Classes take place at local schools on weekday afternoons, with start times typically between 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM. Assistants teach between one and five classes per week, depending on local school availability. Each class session is approximately 90 minutes, including setup, instruction, and post-class responsibilities. The position requires travel among assigned school sites; mileage is reimbursed for trips exceeding 15 miles one way from the employee’s home or work location. Relocation assistance is not provided, and candidates must live in the area or be willing to relocate at their own expense. Applicants must complete a required questionnaire about their interest, experience working with children, and chess-teaching qualifications.

Requirements

Genuine interest in working with groups of elementary students.
Strong grasp of chess fundamentals, including the ability to explain piece movement, basic strategy, and simple tactics in an age-appropriate way.
Ability to connect chess problem-solving to real-life problem-solving.
Ability to follow direction and support the Chess Instructor’s classroom management.
Professional, positive, kid-friendly demeanor and a genuine desire to be a positive role model.
Reliable personal transportation and ability to drive between locations.
Availability on weekday afternoons for class start times between 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM, with capacity to teach one to five classes per week depending on school availability.
Commitment to following school safety protocols and policies while supervising children.
Strong punctuality and time-management skills.
Must reside in the Pottstown area or be willing to relocate at personal expense; relocation assistance is not provided.
Completion of a required application questionnaire about interest in the role, experience working with children, and chess-teaching qualifications.

Nice To Haves

Teaching, tutoring, camp counseling, or similar experience.

Responsibilities

Assist the Chess Instructor with setting up and managing interactive chess classes for 15–22 elementary students.
Provide one-on-one or small-group support to help students practice piece movements and understand basic chess concepts.
Support classroom activities, student engagement, and positive behavior.
Follow the structured curriculum and promote good sportsmanship alongside the Chess Instructor.
Manage a lively classroom with confidence and positivity.
Encourage problem-solving, creativity, and critical thinking.
Follow school safety protocols and supervise students during arrival, dismissal, and in-class activities.
Travel to various assigned local school sites for each session.
Arrive on time, prepared, and ready to engage students.